Choosing a driving school

So you’re thinking of taking driver training? Great!
Now you just have to choose a school and training program.

What kind of training is right for me? 

To help sort out your options, this table compares three common types of driver training:

• in-car lessons
• in-car lessons combined with in-class training, and
• the ICBC-approved (GLP) driver training course.

Benefits	In-car lessons only	In-car lessons plus classroom training	ICBC-approved (GLP) driving course
Licensed school with professional instructor
In-car practice: gain driving experience gradually, at low risk
Prepare for your Class 7 or Class 5 road test
School may book road tests and provide pick-up/drop off service	optional	optional	optional
In-class training: share experiences and learn with other new drivers
Course approved by ICBC (includes 16 hours in-class and 12 hours in-car instruction)
Six-month reduction in novice stage of GLP*
Two credits toward high school grad

* To qualify, you must successfully complete the ICBC-approved (GLP) course and have no violations or at-fault crashes during the first 18 months of the novice stage.

More information

To learn more, talk to your friends, shop around and, if possible, check out a few schools in person.

Driving school checklist: questions to ask when you contact a school.

We’re sure you’ll find the training you need to help you pass your road tests and become a safe driver. Good luck!